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LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2008-2009 OPERATOR'S MANUAL PROPANE POWERED LINE TRIMMER 16.4 oz Propane Bottle Not Included TABLE OF CONTENTS Service and Safety 2 Safe Operation Rule.s 3 Understanding Your Trimme...r 4 Assembly 5 Oil Information 6 Understanding Propan.e 7 Installing the Propane Canist.e..r 8 Installing Attachment.s 9 Starting / Stopping 10 Operation 11 Maintenance 12 Cleaning and Storage 19 Troubleshooting 19 Speci¯cations 20...
LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2008-2009 OPERATOR'S MANUAL PROPANE POWERED LINE TRIMMER 16.4 oz Propane Bottle Not Included TABLE OF CONTENTS Service and Safety 2 Safe Operation Rule.s 3 Understanding Your Trimme...r 4 Assembly 5 Oil Information 6 Understanding Propan.e 7 Installing the Propane Canist.e..r 8 Installing Attachment.s 9 Starting / Stopping 10 Operation 11 Maintenance 12 Cleaning and Storage 19 Troubleshooting 19 Speci¯cations 20...
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... production information available at : www.golehr.com. SERVICE AND SAFETY S LEHR ECO-TRIMMER IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS DU 4-CYCLE PROPANE TRIMMER READ ALL INSTRUCTION BEFORE OPERATING • Ne For service call 1-866-941-LEHR in the United States, to in obtain a list of authorized service ...dealers near you to • Squeeze the throttle control and check that certain internal combustion engines operated ...
... production information available at : www.golehr.com. SERVICE AND SAFETY S LEHR ECO-TRIMMER IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS DU 4-CYCLE PROPANE TRIMMER READ ALL INSTRUCTION BEFORE OPERATING • Ne For service call 1-866-941-LEHR in the United States, to in obtain a list of authorized service ...dealers near you to • Squeeze the throttle control and check that certain internal combustion engines operated ...
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...pulling the starter rope. parts get extremely hot from all mov - These are marked as a trimmer. They may reach an open flame or s • Avoid accidental starting position spark... tions. (p.19) ing parts. Be sure to cool before repairing damage. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2008-2009 3 Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, short pants, ...for damage. Do not operate the unit with propane canister attached inside a closed room or build - Operate this unit. Refer to stop the engine immediately and check for its intended purpose. ...
...pulling the starter rope. parts get extremely hot from all mov - These are marked as a trimmer. They may reach an open flame or s • Avoid accidental starting position spark... tions. (p.19) ing parts. Be sure to cool before repairing damage. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2008-2009 3 Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, short pants, ...for damage. Do not operate the unit with propane canister attached inside a closed room or build - Operate this unit. Refer to stop the engine immediately and check for its intended purpose. ...
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Check the oil before each use and change as needed . It can cause premature engine wear and failure. Replace the top. (Fig. 5). 2. it is shipped without oil. Check the oil before each use the correct oil, or using dirty oil, ... bottle of oil into the oil ll hole (Fig. 7). 4-Cycle Motor Oil Fig. 5 WARNING: Overfilling crankcase may have spilled and reinstall the oil plug/dipstick. 6 LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2008-2009 OIL INFORMATION RECOMMENDED OIL TYPE Using the proper type and weight of oil in the crankcase is supplied with one...
Check the oil before each use and change as needed . It can cause premature engine wear and failure. Replace the top. (Fig. 5). 2. it is shipped without oil. Check the oil before each use the correct oil, or using dirty oil, ... bottle of oil into the oil ll hole (Fig. 7). 4-Cycle Motor Oil Fig. 5 WARNING: Overfilling crankcase may have spilled and reinstall the oil plug/dipstick. 6 LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2008-2009 OIL INFORMATION RECOMMENDED OIL TYPE Using the proper type and weight of oil in the crankcase is supplied with one...
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... can be dangerous. 1. Overtightening can kill you experience headache, drowsiness, or nausea, turn o the engine. Do not use . AFTER USE 1. Never use near pilot lights, ames, sparks, or other ...2. DURING USE Never use where people are in valve area. 2. IN CASE OF FIRE 1. LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2008-2009 7 CO is colorless and thus invisible to cause serious re...cause an explosion. To reduce chance of propane is completely empty. 5. Turn trimmer o . 3. Feel for bubbles. Smell for proper use if leaking. 6. Turn trimmer o and let cool. 2. The user ...
... can be dangerous. 1. Overtightening can kill you experience headache, drowsiness, or nausea, turn o the engine. Do not use . AFTER USE 1. Never use near pilot lights, ames, sparks, or other ...2. DURING USE Never use where people are in valve area. 2. IN CASE OF FIRE 1. LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2008-2009 7 CO is colorless and thus invisible to cause serious re...cause an explosion. To reduce chance of propane is completely empty. 5. Turn trimmer o . 3. Feel for bubbles. Smell for proper use if leaking. 6. Turn trimmer o and let cool. 2. The user ...
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Make sure the engine is suf cient. Remove the propane connector by turning it until snug. Dispose of empty propane canisters in diameter are approximately 3-7/8 inches (9.5 cm) in accordance 2. to be normal to the trimmer and potentially result in the un-latched position. WARNING: NEVER ATTEMPT TO FORCE A CONNEC- 3. TOR ONTO A PROPANE CANISTER THAT HAS IMPROPER...
Make sure the engine is suf cient. Remove the propane connector by turning it until snug. Dispose of empty propane canisters in diameter are approximately 3-7/8 inches (9.5 cm) in accordance 2. to be normal to the trimmer and potentially result in the un-latched position. WARNING: NEVER ATTEMPT TO FORCE A CONNEC- 3. TOR ONTO A PROPANE CANISTER THAT HAS IMPROPER...
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...) when unit is oper ated. While rmly holding the upper shaft housing, pull the cutting attachment or add-on straight out of the...Receiving Hole Release Button NOTE: Always install the attachment so that the engine remains in this unit. A secondary receiving hole is provided for edging ...using the string trimmer head cut ting attachment into coupler (Fig. 10). NOTE: Lock the release button in the receiving hole only. LEHR | ALL RIGHTS...3. Unit is upright (propane tank on a work bench to use of the cut ting attachment) lock the release button of a trimmer being used in the ...
...) when unit is oper ated. While rmly holding the upper shaft housing, pull the cutting attachment or add-on straight out of the...Receiving Hole Release Button NOTE: Always install the attachment so that the engine remains in this unit. A secondary receiving hole is provided for edging ...using the string trimmer head cut ting attachment into coupler (Fig. 10). NOTE: Lock the release button in the receiving hole only. LEHR | ALL RIGHTS...3. Unit is upright (propane tank on a work bench to use of the cut ting attachment) lock the release button of a trimmer being used in the ...
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.... 14 STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Otherwise, push the switch to cool down by idling. 2. With the unit in the starting the engine in the crankcase. Throttle Control Fig. 13 10 LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2008-2009 WARNING: ALWAYS WEAR EYE, HEARING, FOOT AND BODY PROTECTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY ... the unit stops. Place trimmer rmly on the rst pull. The engine should start near pilot lights or any open while pulling the starter rope. Make sure cutting head is equipped with 3-5 pulls. Grasp the starter rope handle with one hand and the handle pole with propane. 5. MAKE SURE YOU ...
.... 14 STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Otherwise, push the switch to cool down by idling. 2. With the unit in the starting the engine in the crankcase. Throttle Control Fig. 13 10 LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2008-2009 WARNING: ALWAYS WEAR EYE, HEARING, FOOT AND BODY PROTECTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY ... the unit stops. Place trimmer rmly on the rst pull. The engine should start near pilot lights or any open while pulling the starter rope. Make sure cutting head is equipped with 3-5 pulls. Grasp the starter rope handle with one hand and the handle pole with propane. 5. MAKE SURE YOU ...
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...line fatigue • Attempting to avoid prema ture line wear or engine drag. • Slowly move the trimmer into objects such as opposed to the ground (Fig. 16). 30° Fig. 16 LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2008-2009 11 Run engine at full throttle. 1. What vegetation is cut thick, stalky weeds ...; The operator is wearing eye protection and proper clothing. • With a slightly-bent right arm, the operator's right hand is holding the shaft grip. • The operator's left arm is parallel to the ground and easily contacts the grass without the need to do the cutting, especially...
...line fatigue • Attempting to avoid prema ture line wear or engine drag. • Slowly move the trimmer into objects such as opposed to the ground (Fig. 16). 30° Fig. 16 LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2008-2009 11 Run engine at full throttle. 1. What vegetation is cut thick, stalky weeds ...; The operator is wearing eye protection and proper clothing. • With a slightly-bent right arm, the operator's right hand is holding the shaft grip. • The operator's left arm is parallel to the ground and easily contacts the grass without the need to do the cutting, especially...
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... A HAZARD OR CAUSE PRODUCT DAMAGE Oil Fill Plug/ Dipstick WARNING: TO PREVENT EXTENSIVE ENGINE WEAR AND DAMGE TO THE UNIT, ALWAYS MAINTAIN THE PROPER OIL LEVEL IN THE CRANKCASE. Oil Fill Hole Fig. 18 12 LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2008-2009 Clean the area around the oil ll plug/dipstick ... THE LEVEL BELOW THE BOTTOM OF THE DIPSTICK. Add Fig. 17 WARNING: WHEN SERVICING, USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS. NOTE: Failure to maintain your trimmer at , level surface to the oil ll hole (Fig. 18) and recheck. CHECKING THE OIL LEVEL The importance of checking and maintaining the proper ...
... A HAZARD OR CAUSE PRODUCT DAMAGE Oil Fill Plug/ Dipstick WARNING: TO PREVENT EXTENSIVE ENGINE WEAR AND DAMGE TO THE UNIT, ALWAYS MAINTAIN THE PROPER OIL LEVEL IN THE CRANKCASE. Oil Fill Hole Fig. 18 12 LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2008-2009 Clean the area around the oil ll plug/dipstick ... THE LEVEL BELOW THE BOTTOM OF THE DIPSTICK. Add Fig. 17 WARNING: WHEN SERVICING, USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS. NOTE: Failure to maintain your trimmer at , level surface to the oil ll hole (Fig. 18) and recheck. CHECKING THE OIL LEVEL The importance of checking and maintaining the proper ...
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... lter, you will ow freely and carry away more impurities. 1. NOTE: If the unit is low, add a small amount of the oil according to your engine. 1. Air Filter Air Filter Cover Screw Fig. 19 Air Filter Base Plate NOTE: Wear gloves to prevent accidental starting. 2. Dispose of oil and recheck. Fig... air lter (Fig. 21). Reconnect the spark plug boot. Apply enough clean SAE 10W-30 motor oil to dry. 4. LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2008-2009 13 MAINTENANCE CHANGING THE OIL For a new engine, change the oil after the rst 10 hours of SAE 10W-30 SF, SG, or SH oil. Then pull...
... lter, you will ow freely and carry away more impurities. 1. NOTE: If the unit is low, add a small amount of the oil according to your engine. 1. Air Filter Air Filter Cover Screw Fig. 19 Air Filter Base Plate NOTE: Wear gloves to prevent accidental starting. 2. Dispose of oil and recheck. Fig... air lter (Fig. 21). Reconnect the spark plug boot. Apply enough clean SAE 10W-30 motor oil to dry. 4. LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2008-2009 13 MAINTENANCE CHANGING THE OIL For a new engine, change the oil after the rst 10 hours of SAE 10W-30 SF, SG, or SH oil. Then pull...
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... •there is a loss of the carburetor (Fig. 22). A dirty or oil saturated air lter will not idle • the engine hesitates or stalls on the rear side of engine power Check the spark plug for a min - ute to : 110-120 in . If the cutting attachment rotates when the... engine idles, turn at a high idle for proper gap and condition. If problem still occurs, have the carburetor adjusted by turning a 5/8 in . (0.5 mm) Fig.23 14 LEHR | ALL ...
... •there is a loss of the carburetor (Fig. 22). A dirty or oil saturated air lter will not idle • the engine hesitates or stalls on the rear side of engine power Check the spark plug for a min - ute to : 110-120 in . If the cutting attachment rotates when the... engine idles, turn at a high idle for proper gap and condition. If problem still occurs, have the carburetor adjusted by turning a 5/8 in . (0.5 mm) Fig.23 14 LEHR | ALL ...
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.... If using new line from a bulk spool, cut 2 pieces of the head as shown (Fig. 24). 3. LEHR | ALL RIGHT RESERVED 2008-2009 15 Wrap line 180° and wind extra line in collar and turn until it...as shown (Fig. 26). Review gure 28 for names of trimmer body, take care to not lose the spring behind it is wound. 6. Lock shaft by turning CW (Fig. 29). Continue winding cord in body... Insert allen key into body. Fig.29 11. Lines other than those speci ed may make the engine overheat or fail. Snap the lines through holes in body while inserting reel back into hole tighten by...
.... If using new line from a bulk spool, cut 2 pieces of the head as shown (Fig. 24). 3. LEHR | ALL RIGHT RESERVED 2008-2009 15 Wrap line 180° and wind extra line in collar and turn until it...as shown (Fig. 26). Review gure 28 for names of trimmer body, take care to not lose the spring behind it is wound. 6. Lock shaft by turning CW (Fig. 29). Continue winding cord in body... Insert allen key into body. Fig.29 11. Lines other than those speci ed may make the engine overheat or fail. Snap the lines through holes in body while inserting reel back into hole tighten by...
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...Blade 4. The engine must be ...engine. Engine cover screws Fig.42 Engine cover screws LEHR | All Rights Reserved 2008-2009 17 Remove the four screws on the engine... cover with a phillips head screw driver (Fig. 42). Fig.39 3. Remove the spark plug by removing the screw. Cotter Pin Left-Hand Thread Nut Screw Cutting Attachment Sheild Loosen Fig. 38 Bottom Shield Attachment 2. If you feel unsure or unqualified to perform this, take the unit to lock the shaft.... Disconnect the spark plug wire. Clean dirt from around the spark plug. Remove the engine...
...Blade 4. The engine must be ...engine. Engine cover screws Fig.42 Engine cover screws LEHR | All Rights Reserved 2008-2009 17 Remove the four screws on the engine... cover with a phillips head screw driver (Fig. 42). Fig.39 3. Remove the spark plug by removing the screw. Cotter Pin Left-Hand Thread Nut Screw Cutting Attachment Sheild Loosen Fig. 38 Bottom Shield Attachment 2. If you feel unsure or unqualified to perform this, take the unit to lock the shaft.... Disconnect the spark plug wire. Clean dirt from around the spark plug. Remove the engine...
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... the jam nut when the clearance is 0.076-0.152mm (0.003-0.006in). • Use a standard automotive 0.127mm (0.005in) feeler gage. Tighten the four engine cover screws until snug. 6. Measure the distance between the rocker arm and the valve return spring. Readjust if necessary. 4. ALWAYS SERVICE AND REPAIR A ... WITH UNIT RUNNING. Clean dirt from around the rocker arm cover. 6. Jam Nuts Feeler Gauge Exhaust Valve Intake Valve Fig.44 18 LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2008-2009 To increase the clearance, turn the adjusting screw CCW. DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE TO ENSURE THAT...
... the jam nut when the clearance is 0.076-0.152mm (0.003-0.006in). • Use a standard automotive 0.127mm (0.005in) feeler gage. Tighten the four engine cover screws until snug. 6. Measure the distance between the rocker arm and the valve return spring. Readjust if necessary. 4. ALWAYS SERVICE AND REPAIR A ... WITH UNIT RUNNING. Clean dirt from around the rocker arm cover. 6. Jam Nuts Feeler Gauge Exhaust Valve Intake Valve Fig.44 18 LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2008-2009 To increase the clearance, turn the adjusting screw CCW. DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE TO ENSURE THAT...
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...TRANSPORTING • Allow the engine to cool before attempting to start the trimmer after storage. 3. Household cleaners that contain aromatic oils such as pine and lemon, and sol vents such as kerosene, can damage plastic housing or handle. STORAGE • Remove propane canister. • Never ...' SECTION OR TAKE TO AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEALER FOR AN ADJUSTMENT ENGINE WILL NOT ACCELERATE CAUSE ACTION CUTTING ATTACHMENT BOUND WITH GRASS STOP ENGINE AND CLEAN THE CUTTING ATTACHMENT DIRTY AIR FILTER ENGINE LACKS POWER OR STALLS WHEN CUTTING CAUSE BAD SPARK PLUG CLEAN OR REPLACE THE...
...TRANSPORTING • Allow the engine to cool before attempting to start the trimmer after storage. 3. Household cleaners that contain aromatic oils such as pine and lemon, and sol vents such as kerosene, can damage plastic housing or handle. STORAGE • Remove propane canister. • Never ...' SECTION OR TAKE TO AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEALER FOR AN ADJUSTMENT ENGINE WILL NOT ACCELERATE CAUSE ACTION CUTTING ATTACHMENT BOUND WITH GRASS STOP ENGINE AND CLEAN THE CUTTING ATTACHMENT DIRTY AIR FILTER ENGINE LACKS POWER OR STALLS WHEN CUTTING CAUSE BAD SPARK PLUG CLEAN OR REPLACE THE...
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... 0.020 INCH (0.5 MM) SAE 10W-30 OIL 1.7 FLUIDOZ. (50mL) PROPANE 16.4OZ CANISTER CHOKE-LESS, ALL-POSITION AUTO REWIND BAFFLED WITH GUARD SAFETY ...ALL SPECIFICATIONS ARE BASED ON THE LASTEST PRODUCT INFORMATION AT THE TIME OF PRINTING. SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE* ENGINE TYPE DISPLACEMENT CLUTCH TYPE OPERATING R.P.M. IDLE SPEED IGNITION TYPE IGNITION SWITCH VALVE CLEARANCE SPARK ...PLUG GAP LUBRICATION CRANKCASE OIL CAPACITY FUEL CARBURETOR STARTER MUFFLER THROTTLE DRIVE SHAFT AND HOUSING DRIVE SHAFT HOUSING THROTTLE CONTROL APPROXIMATE UNIT WEIGHT CUTTING MECHANISM LINE SPOOL DIAMETER TRIMMING ...
... 0.020 INCH (0.5 MM) SAE 10W-30 OIL 1.7 FLUIDOZ. (50mL) PROPANE 16.4OZ CANISTER CHOKE-LESS, ALL-POSITION AUTO REWIND BAFFLED WITH GUARD SAFETY ...ALL SPECIFICATIONS ARE BASED ON THE LASTEST PRODUCT INFORMATION AT THE TIME OF PRINTING. SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE* ENGINE TYPE DISPLACEMENT CLUTCH TYPE OPERATING R.P.M. IDLE SPEED IGNITION TYPE IGNITION SWITCH VALVE CLEARANCE SPARK ...PLUG GAP LUBRICATION CRANKCASE OIL CAPACITY FUEL CARBURETOR STARTER MUFFLER THROTTLE DRIVE SHAFT AND HOUSING DRIVE SHAFT HOUSING THROTTLE CONTROL APPROXIMATE UNIT WEIGHT CUTTING MECHANISM LINE SPOOL DIAMETER TRIMMING ...
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...As the small o -road engine owner, you are franchised to 8922 Ellis Ave. Repair or replacement of time, not to the owner. LEHR warrants to the original purchaser that leads to the rst scheduled replacement point for diagnostic labor that each new LEHR brand power tool or attachment is : Designed..., built, and equipped so as to you warranty coverage if your small o -road engine at no charge to the owner at any warranted part under the warranty...
...As the small o -road engine owner, you are franchised to 8922 Ellis Ave. Repair or replacement of time, not to the owner. LEHR warrants to the original purchaser that leads to the rst scheduled replacement point for diagnostic labor that each new LEHR brand power tool or attachment is : Designed..., built, and equipped so as to you warranty coverage if your small o -road engine at no charge to the owner at any warranted part under the warranty...